2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Punto and 2006 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto. 2006 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Punto | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |